The wait for the next mission with John Nolan and the Mid-Wilshire team is almost over. ABC has locked in the The Rookie Season 8 Episode 10 release date, and it is arriving sooner than many viewers expect. Following a schedule shift that moved the show to Monday nights, the tenth episode is set to air in early March. Along with the date, the network has also released the official title and a logline for the episode, giving fans a clear idea of what danger awaits the officers.
Episode 10 is titled “His Name Was Martin.” It is scheduled to air on Monday, March 9, 2026, at 10 p.m. Eastern Time . This marks the second episode airing in the show’s new time slot after American Idol. The episode will be available for streaming the following day, Tuesday, March 10, on Hulu .
What happens in Episode 10? A routine check turns dangerous
The official logline for “His Name Was Martin” reveals a tense situation for three key characters. According to the description, Nolan, Harper, and Miles find themselves in a life-threatening scenario . What starts as a simple routine check quickly goes south, putting the officers in a dangerous spot. The logline does not specify if this check involves a suspect, a residence, or a traffic stop, but the phrasing suggests the situation escalates rapidly and unexpectedly.
While the men of Mid-Wilshire are dealing with that threat, Bailey Nune is not having a quiet night at home. The logline states that Bailey is conducting a covert investigation at the Pentagon . Interestingly, this operation is being done at the request of Lt. Wade Grey. This is a significant development for the character played by Jenna Dewan, pulling her away from firefighting and into a high-level federal intelligence scenario. It also directly connects her storyline to the LAPD, showing that Grey trusts her skills for sensitive work outside of Los Angeles.
Episode titles and schedule for March 2026
The release of Episode 10 is part of a consistent run of new episodes throughout March. ABC has confirmed the air dates for the next several installments, ensuring fans can plan their viewing .
- Episode 9: “Fun and Games” – March 2, 2026. This episode focuses on Harper and Miles dealing with the weight of their recent mistakes while Harper trains Miles. Nolan and Celina respond to a robbery and Nolan meets a familiar face .
- Episode 10: “His Name Was Martin” – March 9, 2026.
- Episode 11 – March 16, 2026.
- Episode 12 – March 23, 2026.
- Episode 13 – March 30, 2026.
The season will continue airing weekly through April and into May, with the 18th and final episode scheduled for May 4, 2026 .
Why the show moved to Mondays
For viewers wondering why they need to change their DVR settings, ABC officially moved The Rookie to Monday nights starting in late January 2026 . The switch took effect after the first three episodes of the season. The show now occupies the 10 p.m. time slot following American Idol. This move is likely a strategic decision by the network to strengthen its Monday night lineup with a strong, established drama lead-in from the popular singing competition. The show will remain in this time slot for the rest of the season without interruptions .
How to watch Episode 10 live and online
Watching John Nolan navigate his latest crisis is easy for viewers both in the United States and abroad.
For viewers in the USA, the episode airs on ABC. For those without cable, live TV streaming services such as FuboTV, YouTube TV, and Hulu + Live TV carry ABC in most markets and offer the channel live . If you miss the live broadcast, the episode will be available for next-day streaming on Hulu starting March 10 . Standard Hulu subscriptions with ads start at $9.99 per month .
For international viewers, availability varies:
- Canada: Viewers can stream new episodes on CTV, usually available the day after the US broadcast .
- Germany and Austria: The show airs on Sky and WOW. Episode 10 in the original English version is expected on March 13, 2026, with the German dubbed version following two weeks later .
- UK and Australia: Specific release dates for Season 8 have not been announced yet, but the series typically arrives on Sky Witness in the UK and 7Plus in Australia later in the year.
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The cast continuing the mission
The core cast remains strong in Season 8. Nathan Fillion leads the team as John Nolan. He is joined by Eric Winter (Tim Bradford), Melissa O‘Neil (Lucy Chen), Richard T. Jones (Wade Grey), Alyssa Diaz (Angela Lopez), Mekia Cox (Nyla Harper), Shawn Ashmore (Wesley Evers), Jenna Dewan (Bailey Nune), Lisseth Chavez (Celina Juarez), and Deric Augustine (Miles Penn) . The return of antagonists like Monica Stevens (Bridget Regan) and Oscar Hutchinson (Matthew Glave) continues to add pressure on the team .
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With Episode 9 airing first, followed immediately by the tense-sounding Episode 10, March is shaping up to be a thrilling month for viewers. The combination of street-level danger for Nolan, Harper, and Miles, paired with Bailey‘s high-stakes work at the Pentagon, promises a well-rounded and action-packed hour of television.
